Woman killed crossing Hollywood street

January 3, 2013|Ihosvani Rodriguez, Sun Sentinel

Police have identified the pedestrian who was struck and killed on Wednesday evening as she tried to cross a busy street in Hollywood.

Maria M. Cartagena was struck by a Jeep Cherokee at about 8 p.m. Wednesday near the intersection of North 68th Avenue and Taft Street, according to Hollywood police. The incident occurred less than a mile from Cartagena's home.

The driver of the Cherokee, David Chimel, remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators, said police agency spokeswoman Lt. Nicole Coffin.

No charges have been filed but an investigation is ongoing, Coffin said.